Summary:
- Bitcoin, a digital cryptocurrency, has reached a new all-time high in value, surpassing $19,000 per coin.
- The rise in Bitcoin's price is attributed to increased investor interest due to concerns about a potential U.S. government shutdown, which could impact the stability of traditional financial markets.
- As a decentralized digital currency, Bitcoin is seen by some investors as a hedge against economic and political uncertainty, leading to increased demand and driving up its price.